The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster (English) Paperback Book

Description: The Duchess of Malfi by John Webster, Professor Karen Britland This new edition of Websters macabre masterpiece is accompanied by insightful commentary notes and a detailed introductory analysis of the play written by Karen Britland, making this the perfect edition for students.As well as the complete text of the play, this revised New Mermaid edition includes:· A detailed plot summary and annotations throughout the text· An annotated bibliography and suggestions for further reading· A comprehensive introduction exploring the historical and literary contexts· An analysis of the play in performance including recent productions inspired by the #MeToo movement as well as contemporary adaptations such as Allan Palileos Ang Dukesa ng Malfi (set in the Philippines) and Debo Oluwatuminus Iyalode of Eti (set in pre-colonial Yorubaland).Websters heroine stands out as one of the most compelling female characters on the early modern stage and, along with its exploration of familial bonds, ensures the play is as relevant today as when it was written. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Karen Britland is Professor of Early Modern English Literature at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA. Her research interests include early modern drama, the Stuart court, and womens writing. She has edited plays by Elizabeth Cary, John Marston, and James Shirley, and was an associate editor for the Cambridge Complete Works of Ben Jonson edition between 2000 and 2012. Table of Contents IntroductionPreface Plot Summary Analysis1. Historical and Literary Contexts2. Performance Aspects of the Text 3. Critical InterpretationsResources and Annotated Bibliography A Note on the Text The Play Promotional The Duchess of Malfis macabre horror story has fascinated audiences and readers for centuries. In this completely new edition of the play, Karen Britland opens up fresh new ways in which you can understand and interpret this immoderate bloodfest and superlative poetic tragedy for yourself. Promotional "Headline" The Duchess of Malfi s macabre horror story has fascinated audiences and readers for centuries. In this completely new edition of the play, Karen Britland opens up fresh new ways in which you can understand and interpret this immoderate bloodfest and superlative poetic tragedy for yourself. Feature This is a set text on the new A level syllabus - the volumes editorial content and the websites tiered essay ideas and questions will be designed to help A level students with the challenges presented by the play Details ISBN1474295673 Author Professor Karen Britland Series New Mermaids Language English Year 2020 ISBN-10 1474295673 ISBN-13 9781474295673 Format Paperback Imprint Methuen Drama DEWEY 822.3 Pages 216 UK Release Date 2020-10-01 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2020-10-01 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Publication Date 2020-10-01 Edited by Karen Britland Audience Undergraduate AU Release Date 2020-09-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130437968;

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